Sunday, May 13, 2012

Mom's Day 2012 (& a give-away!)

To all of the parents out there, happy mother's day!  Here in Kentucky, it's been a gloomy day but there's sunshine in my heart knowing that I have a loving mother to celebrate with, as well as a beautiful little girl who makes me smile each and every day.  Whether you're single or married, happy mother's day to all of you!  I know that as single parents, sometimes we have to take on the dual role of mother and father so to all of you single dads out there, I hope you have a blessed mother's day too!


Me, Libby, and my Mom enjoying some beach time last summer at Myrtle Beach, SC.


Growing up, we always did something special for my mom on mother's day - took her out to lunch, bought her flowers, and of course showered her with gifts.  But as a single parent, today sometimes just feels like a Hallmark holiday, doesn't it?  If you have young children, it's so easy to feel overlooked if you don't have a spouse on days like today.  But know that I'm thinking of you and praying for you on your own single parent journey, especially today.


That's exactly why I'm so excited to have my very first give-away this week!  In honor of Mother's Day, I'm going to be giving away a copy of Angela Thomas' book, My Single Mom Life.  I mentioned the book briefly in a post back in February, when I was attempting to participate in the online book club,  Booking It (something else I've failed to stick with in my new relationship - oops!).  I don't want to give away too much about the book because I'm planning to do a full review of it in the coming weeks.  But I will say this much about it...my friend Anne over at ModernMrsDarcy.com recently hosted a link party entitled The Book That Changed My Life Carnival and I meant to participate but the date slipped by before I even realized it...and if I had participated, I would have written about this book!  Thomas has an amazing way with words and she somehow managed to put onto the pages of her book many of the thoughts, feelings, frustrations, and struggles I've had on my own single parent journey.  You don't have to be a mom to enter this give-away and you don't have to be single - this book would be a great read for anyone that wants to empathize more with single parents and it would make a great gift if you have any single parent friends.   Although the book is geared towards mothers, I think dads might appreciate it too.

To enter the give-away, just leave a comment below.  If you make a comment and you also follow my blog, you will automatically be entered twice.  For a third entry, just mention this blog on Facebook or on your own blog and leave another comment telling me you did so (if you don't leave a comment about it, I won't know you did it!).  Entries will be accepted until midnight this Wednesday, May 16th and the winner will be chosen at random (using random.org) on Thursday, May 17th.  So be sure and check back for the winner! 

And may the odds be ever in your favor!  :)

11 comments:

  1. I'm so glad you have a book you love enough to share...even though I'm sorry you missed the link-up. Maybe we'll do it again sometime :)

    I'll put this on facebook :)

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  2. I haven't read your blog before now. I read about this give away from a mutual friend on her facebook page. My cousin is a single mother and needs christian encouragement. Thanks! I also shared about this on my facebook page!

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  3. Sarah, I so love your blog. You are so open and honest and that is what other Moms need. Women today need to know they are not alone in the wild and crazy journey called LIFE! I admire you! From the day I met you and later as you shared your story, I am fortunate that God has allowed our paths to connect via Southland Christian Church. I pray God's abundant blessings for you and Libby! She is one special little girl! Love & Hugs~

    P.S. With regards to entering the contest, I would like to do it in honor of another special single Mom that I am thankful to have in my life, Miss Amy Dill.

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    1. Julie, you are awesome! Thank you so much for your encouraging words! I'm so glad that we've had the opportunity to get to know each other and I'm looking forward to working with you and getting to know you even more when we embark on DayBreak 2012 in the fall! :)

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  4. As you know,I'm a single mom. So,I'm entering your giveaway:)

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  5. I have so many single moms in my life right now. I think they all so an amazing job but each I'm sure struggle day to day. I was thinking of all of you strong, sweet, single moms on Mother's Day and actually meant to send out a text letting you know but was in bed most of the day ill. I'm sorry I dropped the ball on that one. I remember being a single mom on Mother's Day and always wishing that Miranda's dad would take her shopping for me a gift like the other families did. Well, the year he finally did he let her pick out a 3X nightie for me :( Needless to say we went back to letting my mom take her shopping. Like I said I know plenty of single moms out there but I'd like to give this book to one of my PMO kids mom if i win! -Tami Wilson

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  6. Oh and I shared on Facebook!

    Tami Wilson

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  7. I am a single mom who has tried to do what's best for my daughter and I since she was born. Then this Ky judge comes in and takes her to live with her father because I moved to a different state. I'm a CNA, was a licensed EMT in Kentucky, and have no drug history. Tell me whats wrong with this picture. Thank the Lord, her dad works with me some of the time. I atleast get summers with her. Come on June 8th.
    Ashlee Moore

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    1. Ashlee, I'm so sorry you're having to deal with all that. Sending prayers your way...

      And by the way, if you haven't seen it yet, you're the winner!!!!

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  8. Who hoo Sarah--had to check in--who wins? :)

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  9. Me too. Lol! Sarah,who's the winner?

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